Archive for August, 2008

Aug
30

Thailand travel disruptions possible

Thailand Travel News and Current Events
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Tourists traveling to or throughout Thailand may experience disruptions to their travel plans as the countries political unrest continues. The so far peaceful protests have seen a number of airports closed ...

Aug
25

Thailand woos foreign investors

Business, Expat Area
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Written by John LeFevre Foreigners wishing to establish businesses in Thailand will find things a little easier starting next year with a raft of amendments set to be implemented making investment ...

Aug
15

Historic Phrae landmark combines East and West cultures

Northern Thailand, Thailand Historic Sites
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    On Khumdoem road in the old city of Phrae is the residence of Phrae’s traditional rulers. Built 1882 during the reign of King Rama V, it later served as a ...

Aug
15

Phrae khao soy a delightful treat

Northern Thailand, Thai Food, Thailand Restaurant Reviews and Recommendations
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If you happen to get hungry during your trip to Phrae (which of course you will), Khao Soy Che Lek is definitely a place to visit. Owned and operated by Khun ...

Aug
08

Thailand’s Jurassic park

Northeast Thailand (Isaan)
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Written by John LeFevre Thailand might not immediately spring to mind when people think of dinosaurs, however the north-eastern Isaan region of Thailand has unearthed more than a handful of significant ...

Aug
01

Thai condo’s subject to four taxes on sale

Living in Thailand, Real Estate in Thailand
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Thai property law permits foreign nationals to purchase condominium units not exceeding 49 per cent of the total area of a condominium building. To make the purchase foreign buyers are required ...

Aug
01

Thai credit cards for foreigners – The rules

Living in Thailand
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Foreigners residing in Thailand can obtain a locally issued credit card but the rules that apply to foreigners are in many cases much more onerous than those that apply to ...

Aug
01

Thai bank accounts for foreigners – The rules

Living in Thailand
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The topic of whether foreigners living and working in Thailand are eligible to open bank accounts and what criteria apply is one that elicits a lot of often confused advice. This ...

Aug
01

Dengue fever cases rise in Thailand

Living in Thailand, Thailand News Feeds, Thailand Travel News and Current Events
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This article was written by John LeFevre Thailand’s Public Health Minister, Wicharn Meenchainant, has warned residents and visitors alike to remain vigilant to the dangers of day time mosquito bites with ...